2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4

To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 808 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bristol Blenheim 2011 Land Rover LR4
Make Bristol Land Rover
Model Blenheim LR4
Year Released 2005 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5897 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 508 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 2548 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4829 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1915 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1882 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2885 mm


 

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